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4 Vishnu Temples That Survived Invasions, Time, and the Loss of Empires

“यदा यदा हि धर्मस्य ग्लानिर्भवति भारत।” History is loud. Faith is quiet. Kings arrived with armies. Empires expanded, fought, and collapsed. Cities changed names, borders moved, and power slipped from one ruler’s hands to another. Through all of this chaos, something fragile yet stubborn stayed alive a lamp lit before…

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Why Even Temple Priests Are Forced to Leave Tirupati at Night

When the day ends at Tirumala, something deeply symbolic begins. The long queues fade away, chants soften, lamps glow briefly, and then the temple slowly withdraws from human presence. By night, the sanctum is completely empty. No priest stays back. No guard rests inside. No human sleeps within the temple.…

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Why Kubera, Not Lakshmi, Is the Real God of Hindu Wealth

Most people grow up believing one simple thing. If you want wealth, you worship Lakshmi. Clean the house, light lamps, pray sincerely, and prosperity will follow. This belief feels comforting and hopeful. But Hindu philosophy has never treated wealth as something that arrives only through wish or prayer. Hidden beneath…

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7 Names of Lord Vishnu Devotees Trust During Their Darkest Phase

“क्लेशोऽधिकतरस्तेषामव्यक्तासक्तचेतसाम्।” When the mind is restless and burdened, the path feels harder to walk. There are moments in life when faith is not loud or celebratory. It becomes quiet, internal, almost fragile. In such phases, people do not look for grand rituals or elaborate answers. They look for something steady,…

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Why Lord Vishnu Is Still in Debt at Tirupati & Why Devotees Are Paying It

Tirupati is not just a place of worship. For millions, it feels like a living relationship. People do not arrive only with prayers. They arrive with a sense of responsibility, belief, and quiet participation in a promise that, according to tradition, began in Kaliyuga and is still unfolding. At the…

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7 Vishnu Temples People Visit When Everything Goes Wrong (Even Non-Believers)

ॐ नमो भगवते वासुदेवाय। There are days when nothing dramatic happens, yet everything feels wrong. You are doing what you are supposed to do, working hard, staying patient, being decent, and still life refuses to move forward. Plans fail quietly. Answers stop coming. People around you say “time will fix…

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Why Millions Visit Tirupati Balaji Every Year, The Real Reason

Perched atop the sacred Tirumala hills in Andhra Pradesh, the Tirupati Balaji Temple is not just one of India’s most visited pilgrimage sites, but also among the richest and most spiritually significant temples in the world. Dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, a form of Lord Vishnu, the temple attracts millions of…

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Janhvi Kapoor pays obeisance at Tirumala Temple with rumoured boyfriend

Bollywood actress Janhvi Kapoor visited Tirumala to seek the blessings of Lord Venkateswara on Saturday. Read further on Dynamite News:

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AP: Devotees flock to Tirumala Temple to offer prayers on New Year Day

The temple is dedicated to Lord Venkateswara, an incarnation of Lord Vishnu, and is one of the most visited religious sites in the nation. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Janhvi Kapoor offers prayers at Tirupati temple with boyfriend Shikhar Pahariya on mom Sridevi's birth anniversary; presented with silk cloth- WATCH

Actress Janhvi Kapoor paid a heartfelt tribute to her late mother, Sridevi, by visiting the temple dedicated to Lord Venkateswara in Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, on Tuesday. The visit, which has become an annual ritual of sorts for the young actress, was made on the occasion of Sridevi's birth anniversary.

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My priority is to make India ‘Numero Uno’ and ensure top place for Telugu community: N. Chandrababu Naidu

N. Chandrababu Naidu, TDP national president, has a dream to make India 'Numero Uno' and ensure Telugu community occupies the top position. He seeks to apply other countries' tech for the benefit of Telugu people. He visited Tirumala temple to seek Lord Venkateswara's blessings before embarking on major tasks. He…

The Hindu

Chief Secretary tells officials to tighten security for Prime Minister’s visit to Tirumala

CS Jawahar Reddy directs officials to tighten security for PM Modi's 2-day visit to Tirupati & Tirumala. He enquired about arrangements & security preparedness. PM to arrive by special flight, offer prayers at Venkateswara temple & proceed to Hyderabad. Collector, EO & SP participated in review meeting.

The Hindu

Former Vice-President Venkaiah Naidu offers prayers at Tirumala temple

Venkaiah Naidu prayed to Lord Venkateswara for strength and courage to transform India into a powerful nation. He also prayed for the prosperity of people and peace on the planet. He pledged not to speak on politics and was honored by TTD Chairman with a shawl and books.

The Hindu

Andhra Pradesh Governor worships at Tirumala temple

Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer and his spouse worshipped at Tirumala's Lord Venkateswara temple. TTD Trust Board Chairman and Executive Officer welcomed them and Vedic pundits greeted them with "Isthikaphal". After darshan, they were accorded Ashirvachanam and presented temple prasadams. TTD Chairman presented a portrait of Lord Venkateswara to…

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Telangana CM Chandrasekhar Rao’s wife Shobha prays at Tirumala temple

Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao’s wife K. Shobha on October 10 offered prayers at the temple of Lord Venkateswara.

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TTD chairman Karunakar Reddy keen on implementing VIP break for ‘Govindakoti’ writers

TTD chairman Bhumana Karunakar Reddy's 'Govindakoti' project aims to promote Sanatana Dharmic values among youth. He recently resolved to offer VIP break darshan to those writing 'Govindakoti', a slight adaptation of the ancient practice of writing 'Ramakoti'. He believes incentivising youth towards Dharmic activities will help retain them.

The Hindu

Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy presents ‘Silk Vastrams’ to Lord Venkateswara

CM Jagan Mohan Reddy presented a pair of 'silk Vastrams' to Lord Venkateswara's temple on Sept 18. He marched in a procession with elephants, bulls, horses and handed the Vastrams to the priests. He also inaugurated two guest houses and will spend the night atop the town. On Sept 22,…

The Hindu

BJP alleges violation of norms in allocation of TTD land to caste outfit

BJP demands transparency from TTD, protests alleged violation of Act. Leaders allege decision to allocate prime land to caste outfit, propose to pay salaries from TTD coffers to MCT workers. Call for public knowledge of decisions taken by TTD trust board.

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Annual Pavitrotsavams begin at Tirumala in Andhra Pradesh

The three-day Pavitrotsavam ceremoniously began at Lord Venkateswara's temple. Special rituals performed to deities, followed by Snapana Thirumanjanam and 'Pavitra Pratista'. Vishesha samarpana and grand procession were performed. Day-time rituals suspended for festival.

The Hindu

Dilemma over leopard attacks in the foot path of Tirumala hills

A.D. Rangarajan finds that the recent leopard attacks on the journey up the Tirumala hill in Andhra Pradesh have set off many knee-jerk reactions from the State government and also point to the need to make the Seshachalam hills a safe habitat for carnivores in order to prevent them from…

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Andhra Pradesh child rights commission orders probe into death of girl in leopard attack on Tirumala temple footpath

The Andhra Pradesh State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (APSCPCR) has ordered an inquiry into the death of a six-year-old girl on the Alipiri footpath leading to Lord Venkateswara temple in Tirumala on August 11 night. The TTD and government department officials have been instructed to submit a report…

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TTD trust board’s new chairman Bhumana Karunakar Reddy to steer clear of administrative domain

Bhumana Karunakar Reddy, who is all set to take over as the chairman of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) trust board, wishes to steer clear of the administrative machinery’s activities and stay focussed on policy-making.

The Hindu

Venkateswara temple Pushkarini closed for repairs

Venkateswara temple pond has been closed for repairs desilting and will be reopened on September 1.

The Hindu

Anivara Asthanam celebrated on a grand note in Tirumala

Anivara Asthanam festival at Lord Venkateswara's temple marked by fervour. Special rituals conducted to deities, keys handed to pontiffs to mark start of new financial year. Tamil Nadu Endowments Secretary, Commissioner & Joint Commissioner took part in religious formalities. Procession of Pushpa Pallaki with 50 quintals of flowers, witnessed by…

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SVVU is the ultimate destination for traditional knowledge seekers: TTD EO

SVVU, established at the lotus feet of Lord Venkateswara, has become the ultimate destination for traditional knowledge seekers. TTD Executive Officer A.V. Dharma Reddy said SVVU's objective is to spread Vedic knowledge for a righteous society. Joint Executive Officer Sada Bhargavi asked students to explore the link between Vedic knowledge…

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